There are substantial commonalities that underpin the gastrointestinal (GI) functions of both humans and dogs and their responses to diseases and drugs, including cancer and various forms of cancer treatments.
How can veterinarians determine if probiotics, prebiotics, synbiotics, or postbiotics are safe and effective? What do these biotics actually do? Let’s explore the microbiome and the roles of each in GI health.
In this session: In dogs and cats, infectious diseases are emerging and evolving rapidly. These changes, and new research findings, bring various One Health (animal, human, environment) and antimicrobial resistance and stewardship challenges to the forefront for veterinarians and vet teams. Michelle Evason, BSc, DVM, DACVIM (SAIM), MRCVS, addresses these concerns specific to gastro-intestinal (GI) parasites and wellness screening and provides practical resources to aid clinical management and pet-owner communication.
Food items, such as grapes, and raisins, come in a close second on the annual list released by the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (ASPCA) Animal Poison Control Center (APCC)
The Schwarzman Animal Medical Center (AMC) in New York City shares a glimpse of previous patients celebrating birthdays on Feb. 29
Delicious holiday foods are just one of the seasonal pitfalls facing clients and their pets. Help them stay accident-free with hazard management and avoidance tips from emergency, critical care, and toxicology experts and practitioners.
Given the microbiota in the gut help support overall health, maintaining a balance between beneficial and potentially pathogenic bacteria is important.
Dogs with respiratory disease are at higher risk of digestive system abnormalities, according to new research published by the University of Missouri (MU) College of Veterinary Medicine (CVM).
